Mexican Chicken and Rice

Name: Mexican Chicken and Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: Mexican Casseroles, Mexican Dinners, Mexican Recipes
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 cup salsa; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder, optional; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice; 1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

On days I get home late from the hospital, I'm glad this main dish comes together easily in one skillet. Sometimes, I make it ahead in the morning and refrigerate. It's so quick to just sprinkle on the cheese and reheat it for dinner.—Cindy Gage, Blair, Nebraska

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, saute the chicken green pepper and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the corn, broth, salsa, salt, chili powder if desired and pepper; bring to a boil.
Stir in the rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 381 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 782mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 36g protein.

Originally published as Mexican Chicken and Rice in Country Woman September/October 2001

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DWare5883

Jul 16, 2019

Was surprised by this one as I was just expecting it to be ok, but it was pretty good. I added just a little bit of cumin, juice from half a lime, and used 1.5 cups of cheese on top.
Sweethart721

Jun 25, 2019

I love this recipe! I used hamburger and omitted the cheese!!!! Delish and quick!
atass1ne

Dec 12, 2015

After eating this, I scheduled an urgent and elaborate surgery that will prevent me from having a bowel movement for the next 3 months. I am jealous of the toilet that will eventually swallow the remains of this incredible meal.
24Leslie

Jul 30, 2014

Used Chipotle salsa, extra chili powder and cumin. DELICIOUS, fast & easy with things usually on hand! Thanks!
Chefbasil

Nov 24, 2013

Very boring. It's good enough to cook and eat if you're tired or lazy, but nothing really impressive at all.
parksville

Oct 13, 2013

We found this dish to be okay, but nothing spectacular! Sorry. Won't make again.
melissal1

Jul 22, 2013

Very quick and easy and very good!
auburndish

Jun 19, 2013

so great and very forgiving! i didn't have the onion corn or cheese and it was still great. my guys are very picky. its gone!
ndorsy

Mar 29, 2013

Fast and easy and delicious!
pastorswifemomof1

Feb 23, 2013

So fast and easy. Even my "no casserole" teen son liked this one. It will definitely be added to our regular menu rotation.As noted by others, I used a can of Rotel instead of salsa. I also used a little less chili powder and added a bit of Chipotle Chili Powder on it. Spicy, but we like spice!